A committee was appointed to study the matter, but it decided two years later that it wouldn't be worth pursuing at the time.

In 1936, a pin was made and lifetime membership cost thirty cents, as it was decided to pursue the creation of a junior organization.

[4][5][7] Other components of the convention in which students may participate include Certamen, a quizbowl-like trivia competition,[8] seminars commonly known as Colloquia, and Ludi (literally "games"—various athletic and recreational events).

[7] Most state-level NJCL chapters hold their own annual conventions at locations central to their attendees, where schools compete in varied events.

These events are divided into academic levels for scoring purposes; participation can be countywide, regional, or even statewide.

Torch: U.S. is the NJCL's official publication, which details the events of the organization, reports scores, and issues stories.